Caught in the grip of World War II, Hungary in 1943 issued three stamps depicting the Nativity. The first United States Christmas stamp was issued in 1962 and featured a candle and wreaths in green and red. All philatelic items featured in this post are available in the APS StampStore .
What was the first Christmas card ever issued?
Wylie claims that Austria’s 1937 Rose and Signs of the Zodiac were the first stamps issued for use on Christmas and New Year greeting cards.
When was the first Christmas stamp issued in Austria?
Some have long held that Austria issued Christmas stamps on December 12, 1937. There is no Christmas imagery on the two stamps, which show a rose and signs of the Zodiac. However, Kathy Ward, writing for the Christmas Philatelic Club, offers this: My suspicions were aroused when I purchased a first day cover of these stamps.
Why did Canada issue the first Christmas stamp?
It is fair to say however that the issue of the Canadian Christmas stamp did not really have much to do with Christmas. In fact it was a result of then Canadian Postmaster General William Mulock lobbying to standardise postage rates across the Empire at one penny.
Caught in the grip of World War II, Hungary in 1943 issued three stamps depicting the Nativity. The first United States Christmas stamp was issued in 1962 and featured a candle and wreaths in green and red. All philatelic items featured in this post are available in the APS StampStore .
What was on the Christmas 1962 postage stamp?
The green and red four-cent stamps featured a wreath, two candles, and the words “Christmas 1962”. The initial supply sold out quickly and the Bureau of Engraving and Printing began working around-the-clock to print more.
What was the largest number of Christmas stamps ever printed?
Anticipating a huge demand for the new Christmas stamp, the Department ordered 350 million printed – the largest number produced for a special stamp until that time. The green and red four-cent stamps featured a wreath, two candles, and the words “Christmas 1962”.
What are the names of the Christmas stamps?
In the list of U.S. Christmas holiday stamps that follows, the numbers in parentheses indicate postage on non-denominated stamps. Christmas Wreath and Candles. Scott # 1205. National Christmas Tree and White House. Scott # 1240. Holly, Mistletoe, Poinsettia, Sprig of Conifer, 4 designs. Scott # 1254-1257. Angel with Trumpet, 1840 Weather Vane.
